The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Undergraduate) – NEET UG 2026 Cut-Off refers to the minimum score or percentile required by medical and dental colleges in India for admission to MBBS, BDS, and AYUSH programmes. Unlike a single national cut-off, the final cut-off marks are determined by individual colleges and state counselling authorities after result declaration.
Cut-off depends on a combination of total seats available, number of applicants, difficulty of the exam, and reservation categories. Candidates must meet or exceed the cut-off to qualify for counselling.
After the NEET UG 2026 result is declared, participating medical colleges and state counselling bodies release their individual cut-off scores and closing ranks. Cut-offs are different for All India Quota (AIQ) and State Quota seats, and vary significantly between institutions.
Qualifying the cut-off does not guarantee admission, but it is a basic eligibility criterion for entering the counselling and seat allocation process.
| Category | Expected NEET UG 2026 Cut-Off (Marks) | Expected Percentile |
|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 585 – 650+ | ≈ 95 – 99+ |
| OBC-NCL | 540 – 600+ | ≈ 90 – 97+ |
| SC | 480 – 550+ | ≈ 75 – 90+ |
| ST | 450 – 520+ | ≈ 70 – 88+ |
| PwBD | 400 – 470+ | ≈ 50 – 80+ |
These ranges are indicative and based on historical trends—final values may vary when official cut-offs are released.
Candidates should always check the official state or college counselling portal for exact closing marks and rank lists.
NEET UG 2026 cut-off refers to the minimum marks required for eligibility in counselling. It is released by counselling authorities after the result. Cut-offs differ for AIQ and state quotas.
No, each college/state conducts its own cut-off. Top colleges usually have higher closing marks. State cut-offs may vary by domicile category.
Yes, reservation categories have different cut-off ranges. OBC/SC/ST/PwBD categories get relaxed cut-offs. Verification of category certificates is needed.
Cut-offs are released after the results are declared. Results are expected in June 2026. Official cut-offs follow shortly afterwards.
Qualifying the cut-off makes you eligible for counselling. Final admission depends on rank and seat allotment. Performance in counselling matters too.
Cut-offs may update with round-wise closing ranks. Each counselling round has its own closing marks. Final seat lists finalize after all rounds.
Yes, choice locking and seat preferences impact closing ranks. Strong preferences for top colleges may shift cut-offs. Strategic choice filling is recommended.
Official cut-offs are published on counselling portals. Check MCC (AIQ) and state-level counselling websites. College-specific portals may also upload cut-offs.